Ahead of the second Test against England in Birmingham, the Indian cricket team faced a security alert upon returning to their hotel after an optional practice session at Edgbaston Cricket Ground. The security unit instructed the team to stay indoors briefly, but normalcy was soon restored, allowing them to resume their activities.
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